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Solar Power Profile - Biboohra, QLD 4880

More than 2767 homes in postcode 4880 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Biboohra, Bilwon, Maryfarms, Arriga, Chewko, Glen Russell, Mareeba and Paddys Green.

In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 21,210 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 103,553 kWh per day, or 37,797 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $2,363.375 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $6,614,447.875 per year.

Biboohra and 4880 are also doing their bit for the planet too because this amount of solar power has reduced the yearly carbon footprint for the area by 27,591.81 tonnes. To put this into perspective, that's the equivalent amount of yearly carbon dioxide captured and sequestered by 324,114 trees, or it's equivalent to 229,931,750 km worth of car emissions.

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Solar Ranking

Postcode 4880

93rd

State Wide

275th

Australia Wide

Solar Power in Biboohra

* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Biboohra: Biboohra - approx. 3.4 km

Featured Solar Installers Servicing Biboohra

East Coast Energy Solutions

3/200 Spence Street, 4870

Your Local Energy Professionals!

Go Green Energy

Redlynch, 4870

Solar power experts for the Cairns region.

Replenishable Energy

29 Hartley Street, 4870

Cairns Solar PV Specialists.

Buzzed Electrical

Manoora, 4870

Powering your home with sustainable energy

Community Solar Statistics - Biboohra, 4880

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Biboohra Demographics

Biboohra and the postcode of 4880 has a total population of 11862 people, with a median age of 40 years. There are 5186 households in Biboohra, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.5 with a median income of 1304 per week per household.

About 59% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Biboohra is $1500/month. By installing solar power in Biboohra, the average household could save 13.13% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $112831 saving over the lifetime of their loan, assuming they put the electricity savings toward their home loan, a $500,000 loan, with a 4% interest rate over 30 years. Electricy cost savings from an average solar system is approximately 3.49% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Biboohra is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.

* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
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About Biboohra

Arriga is a small town located in Far North Queensland, Australia. It is situated in the Tablelands Region, approximately 20 km south-west of Mareeba. The town is surrounded by stunning mountain ranges, including the Great Dividing Range, and offers a peaceful and picturesque setting for visitors and residents alike. One of the main attractions in Arriga is the nearby Tinaroo Dam, which provides ample opportunities for fishing, boating, and camping.

Arriga enjoys a tropical climate with plenty of sunshine throughout the year. The town experiences an average of 300 sunny days per year, making it an ideal location for solar power. With its optimal solar panel angle and orientation, potential shading issues are minimal, and solar yields are high. Solar installers in Arriga can help residents and businesses take advantage of the town's abundant sunshine by installing solar panels on their rooftops or in their yards. This can lead to significant cost savings on electricity bills and a reduced carbon footprint.

Renewable energy is a growing industry in Australia, and Arriga is well-positioned to benefit from this trend. By embracing solar power, the town can reduce its reliance on fossil fuels and contribute to a cleaner, more sustainable future. Solar power is not only good for the environment, but it also offers economic benefits for residents and businesses. With the help of local solar installers, Arriga can become a shining example of how small towns can lead the way in renewable energy.

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